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Acute Effects of Myofascial Release in Individuals With Text Neck Syndrome

Sponsored by Karabuk University

About this trial

Last updated a year ago

Study ID

text neck syndrome

Status

Recruiting

Type

Interventional

Phase

N/A

Placebo

No

Accepting

18 to 40 Years
All Sexes

Trial Timing

Ended 10 months ago

What is this trial about?

This study aims to investigate the acute effects of myofascial release therapy on neck pain, functional status, and cervical range of motion in individuals diagnosed with Text Neck Syndrome (TNS). Text Neck Syndrome is increasingly prevalent due to excessive use of smartphones and other digital devices, particularly among young adults. The intervention will consist of a single session of standardized myofascial release techniques applied to the cervical and thoracic regions. The primary outcome will be neck pain intensity measured using the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS-11), while secondary outcomes will include cervical range of motion and the modified Neck Disability Index (NDI). Assessments will be performed immediately before and after the intervention. The study will be conducted with volunteer participants between the ages of 18 and 40, who use mobile devices for more than 3 hours per day and meet the diagnostic criteria for TNS

What are the participation requirements?

Inclusion Criteria

* Aged between 18 and 40 years (inclusive) * Uses a mobile device for ≥3 hours/day * Reports at least 3 out of the following 6 symptoms associated with Text Neck Syndrome (TNS): Neck pain Shoulder pain Back pain Headache Insomnia Numbness/tingling in hands -Voluntarily agrees to participate and provides informed consent

Exclusion Criteria

* History of congenital, traumatic, or surgical pathology affecting the cervical -------spine or shoulder region * Neurological disorders that cause headaches (e.g., migraines due to underlying neurological conditions) * Presence of inflammatory, infectious spinal diseases, or diagnosed spinal deformities * Received trigger point injections in the cervical region within the past 6 months